Chicken Broccoli and Rice Casserole

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4.9

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    741 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Chicken Broccoli and Rice Casserole

This one pot chicken with cheddar broccoli rice combines classic flavors for a quick and easy dinner. Chicken thighs are cooked with a creamy cheesy broccoli cheddar rice for a complete meal without all the cleanup.

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Ingredients

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  • 4 bone in skin on chicken thighs (medium sized)
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 small yellow onion , finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups of short grain rice
  • 3 1/2 cups of chicken broth
  • 2 1/2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
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Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Place a large deep skillet on the stove over medium high heat. Add the broccoli and 1/2 cup water to the pan. Cook the broccoli, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and crisp tender, about 4-5 minutes.Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the broccoli from the pan and set aside; remove any excess water from the pan.
  3. Heat the oil in the pan over medium high heat. Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Place the chicken in the pan, skin side down, and cook until the chicken is a deep golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Flip the chicken and repeat the process with the other side.
  5. Remove the chicken from the pan and add the onion. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until onion is translucent. Add the rice, cooking for 1 minute. Place the chicken back into the pan.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  7. Cover the pan and place it in the oven. Bake for 35 minutes or until liquid has absorbed and chicken is cooked through.
  8. Remove the pan from the oven and place the chicken on a serving plate, cover with foil. Stir the broccoli and cheese into the rice mixture and place it back in the oven. Cook for 5 more minutes or until cheese is melted.
  9. Place the broccoli cheddar rice on the platter alongside the chicken. Garnish with parsley (optional) and serve.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 741kcal (37%) Carbohydrates 63g (21%) Protein 38g (76%) Fat 36g (55%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Cholesterol 171mg (57%) Sodium 1062mg (44%) Potassium 788mg (23%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 750IU (15%) Vitamin C 67.2mg (75%) Calcium 280mg (28%) Iron 2.6mg (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 741 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 741kcal 37%
Carbohydrates 63g 21%
Protein 38g 76%
Fat 36g 55%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Cholesterol 171mg 57%
Sodium 1062mg 44%
Potassium 788mg 17%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 750IU 15%
Vitamin C 67.2mg 75%
Calcium 280mg 28%
Iron 2.6mg 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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